Reconstruction and Rebuilding of Bridges in the Czech Republic

Abstract: The article is focused on the experiences with rehabilitation of brick, concrete and steel road bridge constructions, both of the superstuctures and the supporting structures (abutments and piers). The paper discusses the entire epoch of bridge constructions from the last century to these days. In the Czech Republic, there are also historic bridges over 300 years old. Additionally, with use of examples supported by photos, all basic rehabilitation methods are described, including demolition and full replacement of the original structures in cases when all possible corrective methods are exhausted. Special approaches to objects subjected to historic preservation or cases of urgent interventions in emergency situations are detected as unusual situations.